Defensive Driving is defined as “driving to save lives, time, and money, in spite of the conditions around you and the actions of others.” Now, the part of this definition I want to focus on is.. “in spite of the conditions around you and the actions of others.”
Don’t let others drive your car for you
The actions of others should not influence a driver. Just because everyone around you is driving a certain way, doesn’t mean you should necessarily do the same. Proper driving techniques require you to make your own decisions. Safe driving also mandates that you adjust to those around you. If somebody is driving in an unsafe manner, for example, you’ll obviously want to increase your following distance. You are, in a sense, expecting them to get into a traffic accident. “Expect the unexpected” is a term often used in drivers education courses.
There are many facets to proper driving techniques. Browse around today and you might just be a safer driver tomorrow!
The 5 Requirements
While every situation is different and will require it’s own specific course of action, there are 5 basic driving rules that should always be followed while behind the wheel. Click through the below driving tips to learn more about each one. If you discipline yourself to always follow these 5 rules each and every time you drive, you can’t help but to be a safe driver. Anytime you violate these rules, you are putting yourself and everyone else around you at risk.
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